Hornets GM has Wade on the mind, not Bacon (0:19)
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2017 Schedule
36-46, 4th in Southeast
- 2/25W 99-85
- 2/26L 124-121
- 2/28W 109-104
- 3/2L 120-103
- 3/4W 112-102
- 3/6W 100-88
- 3/8L 108-101
- 3/10W 121-81
- 3/11L 125-122
- 3/13L 115-109
- 3/15L 98-77
- 3/18W 98-93
- 3/20W 105-90
- 3/22W 109-102
- 3/24L 112-105
- 3/26W 120-106
- 3/28L 118-108
- 3/29W 110-106
- 3/31W 122-114
- 4/2W 113-101
- 4/4L 118-111
- 4/5L 112-99
- 4/8L 121-114
- 4/10L 89-79
- 4/11L 103-76
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Statistical NBA draft rankings: Hornets No. 24
Most mock drafts had Malik Monk going earlier than No. 11, but he ranked just 19th in consensus projections. Dwayne Bacon also doesn't project well statistically.
Top NBA draftees show off signature moves (2:28)
NBA draft grades: Hornets earn solid marks
The Hornets wanted a shooter, and Malik Monk should be fantastic in that role. Meanwhile, Dwayne Bacon gives Charlotte another weapon who should be able to carve out a spot on the team.
Vote: What's your grade for the Hornets' draft?
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Behind the scenes of Malik Monk's draft day (2:28)
Hornets rookie Monk jokes he'll beat MJ 1-on-1
Hornets draft pick Malik Monk jokes he'll beat part owner Michael Jordan 1-on-1 if given a chance to play and looks forward to learning from the NBA legend.
Rank 'em: Which player made the best fashion statement at the 2017 NBA draft?
From bow ties to shoes to jackets to the linings inside the jackets, rank the new NBA draft picks based on their unique wardrobe choices.
Hornets get Florida State forward Dwayne Bacon (via Pelicans)
The Hornets will receive Florida State forward Dwayne Bacon (via Pelicans), who was the No. 40 overall pick of the 2017 NBA draft on Thursday night.
Adam Reisinger ESPN.com
The 31st pick belongs to the Hornets now, after they acquired it from the Hawks in the Dwight Howard trade. It was originally traded from Brooklyn to Atlanta way back in 2012, as part of the Joe Johnson sign-and-trade deal.
Calipari wanted Monk on the Knicks (1:58)
Monk slides to the Hornets with the 11th pick (1:08)
ESPN Stats and Information
Malik Monk goes to the Hornets. Hornets shooting guards shot 33.3% from 3-point range last season, 3rd-worst in the NBA.
Ben Alamar ESPN Analytics
Malik Monk is third overall in ESPN's analytic draft model with 7% chance to play like an all star and 36% chance to play like a starter. Drags on his projection are his steal rate and rebounding.
Adam Reisinger ESPN.com
With the No. 11 overall pick, the Hornets selected Malik Monk (G, Kentucky). Every first-round pick Charlotte has made since Michael Jordan became majority owner in 2010 has been a player from a major conference.
Hornets pick at No. 11: Malik Monk, Kentucky guard
The Charlotte Hornets selected Kentucky guard Malik Monk with the No. 11 overall pick of the 2017 NBA draft on Thursday night.
Brilliant draft picks for every NBA team
The Hornets could use a backup point guard, and one of the draft's best projected options (stats-only) could still be on the board at No. 31.
Will Clifford be Howard's saving grace?
Dwight Howard's best years were with Steve Clifford as his assistant coach with the Magic. After trading for the 31-year-old center on Tuesday, Clifford and the Hornets are hoping Howard can return to All-Star form next season.
Clifford believes Howard can return to All-Star level (1:04)
Hornets' Clifford: Howard can be All-Star again
Charlotte coach Steve Clifford has coached Dwight Howard in the past, and he thinks the Hornets' new center still has what it takes to be a super player in the NBA.
SVP: No idea what happened to Dwight Howard (0:44)
What happened to Dwight?
After trading for Dwight Howard on Tuesday night, the Hornets are hoping the the 31-year-old center can return to All-Star form and be a defensive stopper like he was with the Magic.
The Undefeated: What Had Happened Was: 6/21/17
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Howard gets traded ... again (0:32)
ESPN Stats and Information
Dwight Howard has averaged 10 PPG and 10 RPG for 13 straight seasons, dating back to his rookie season. The only player in NBA history to have a longer such streak to open his career: Wilt Chamberlain, who did it for 14 straight seasons.
2017 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(11) | Malik Monk | SG | Kentucky |
| 2(1) | Frank Jackson | PG | Duke |
2016-17 Southeast Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 49 | 33 | .598 | - | L1 |
| Atlanta | 43 | 39 | .524 | 6 | L1 |
| Miami | 41 | 41 | .500 | 8 | W3 |
| Charlotte | 36 | 46 | .439 | 13 | L5 |
| Orlando | 29 | 53 | .354 | 20 | W1 |
Team Leaders 2016-17
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game104.916th
Rebounds Per Game43.616th
Assists Per Game23.111th
Points Allowed104.713th
Injuries
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | 36 | 46 | .439 |
| 2015-16 | 48 | 34 | .585 |
| 2014-15 | 33 | 49 | .402 |
| 2013-14 | 43 | 39 | .524 |
| 2012-13 | 21 | 61 | .256 |